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Tall ship Bark EUROPA

The ship

Europa on the oceans

Since the year 2000, the Bark Europa has been crossing oceans and seas. Our voyages bring us to remote islands and cities all over the world, following the favorable winds of traditional sailing routes. This has brought her to all continents, sailing the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Ocean, as a true Ocean Wanderer.

Sail training voyages

Bark EUROPA is a sail training vessel and we call our guests 'voyage crew'. This means that Europa's permanent crew will train you to be a sailor. No experience is needed, our crew will learn you everything along the way.

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Bark EUROPA crossing oceans

Life on board

Unlike going on a cruise, on board Bark EUROPA you will be going on a hands-on, active sailing adventure. The mix of beginners and more experienced tall ship sailors creates a learning atmosphere on board where each person can contribute in their own way.

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Climbing the masts

History

Built in 1911 as a light ship on the German river Elbe, Bark EUROPA transformed to a sail training vessel since 1986. Eversince, Bark EUROPA has sailed many nautical miles to the most remote parts of our planet.

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Elbe 4 Senator Brockes

Sustainability & research

At Bark Europa, respecting the oceans is at the heart of it all. We strive to increase the awareness of our trainees and draw attention to the oceans and their vulnerability during our voyages.

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Research and sustainability
  • Slow Travel & Awareness

    We prioritize slow travel, fostering understanding and appreciation for the environments we visit. We aim to inspire positive change within our voyage crew.

    Bark EUROPA in Antarctica by Benjamin Hardman
  • Community

    With a small group of no more than 40 guests, all united by a shared passion for sailing and adventure, the sense of a close-knit family feeling quickly grows, fostering deeper connections every day.

    Family feeling in Antarctica
  • Active Participation

    Unlike cruises, our active sailing holidays require guests to participate in sailing the ship, steering, and sail handling for the full experience. Teamwork is key to keep the lady sailing.

    Rigging on board EUROPA

Cabins

On board Bark EUROPA we have 11 cabins available for voyage crew, three 2-person cabins, four 4-person cabins and four 6-person cabins. Each cozy bunk comes with sheets, a duvet, towels and an ensuite shower and toilet. Couples can book 2-person cabins or share a 4-person cabin, while single travellers are placed in 4- or 6 person cabins. Enjoy a walk through the ship with our virtual 3D tour.

Have a look through the ship

Living areas

With different areas such as the library, the lounge, poker corner and deckhouse, Bark EUROPA is perfect for ocean crossings and longer voyages. Whether you prefer quiet reading in the library or socializing in the deckhouse, there's a space for everyone. The deckhouse offers a place to enjoy a drink at the bar, play a board game or just enjoy a good chat. The lounge serves as a space for meals, lectures and movie screenings.

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Follow the ship

The Antarctic season of 2024/2025 is almost there! We will start the season with a 42-day voyage from the Falklands to South Georgia and Antarctica, after which we will conduct four 22-day expeditions before concluding the season with a Penguin to Flamingo voyage from Ushuaia to Antarctica, South Georgia, Tristan da Cunha and Namibia. Sign up for the last berths on the Antarctica expeditions!

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